1976 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ferrari 458. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | 458 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
